Senior Technical Planning Consultant Stockport Based

Senior Technical Planning Consultant Stockport Based

We are a global engineering consultancy established in 1922 with over 2000 employees across 170 countries. Within the UK and Ireland, our engineers and consultants are involved in some of the most innovative energy projects, providing design, intellectual, and engineering services to developers, investors, owners, and operators.

Our projects include:

• 60 major thermal power plants, across the waste, biomass, and conventional power sectors
• 10 GWh of battery storage
• 5 GW of solar
• 7 GW of on-shore and off-shore wind
• 5 GWh of pumped storage hydro projects
• 20 carbon capture projects, aiming to capture and permanently sequestrate more than 5 million tonnes of CO2 per annum

We are now looking to recruit an experienced planner to support ongoing roles in the delivery of major infrastructure projects and support the continuous improvement of the services we provide our clients.

What We Are Looking For

• A good degree in engineering or project management
• Development and analysis of complex project programmes and schedules
• Project management software including Primavera P6
• Probability analysis e.g. Monte Carlo and Primavera risk analysis
• Best practises for assessing, recording, and reporting progress including leading and lagging KPIs
• Critical path and delay analysis techniques
• Awareness of claims management and standard forms of contracts
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent people and communication skills
• Competent user of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power BI
• A current driving licence for occasional travel to project sites in the UK and Ireland

What You Can Expect From Us

• A competitive salary with a leading bonus scheme of up to 20% of salary
• Hybrid working with modern easy access offices
• Opportunity to purchase company shares after a qualifying period
• Significant training, development, and career growth opportunities
• Financial support with professional fees/memberships
• Company electrical vehicle car leasing scheme
• Private medical & life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Fitness trainer provided every week for group boot camps
• Team and company social events, including a family barbecue, Christmas Party, and team activities
• Milestone scheme celebrating years spent as part of the Fichtner team

Fichtner Consulting Engineers is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give of their best every day.